Sunset on the Fraser River
The Neighbourhood
An ethnically diverse neighbourhood within Ontario Street on the west and Knight Street on the east, Sunset extends from 41st Avenue south to the Fraser River in southeastern Vancouver, British Columbia. Like most of southeast Vancouver, the area was once mostly working class, but rising prices everywhere have made the area increasingly popular with young professionals and families no longer able to afford houses on the west side.
Background
Formerly part of the incorporated District of South Vancouver, the neighbourhood became part of Vancouver in 1929. As farmland sloping southward to the river with clusters of homes and villages by the 1860s, when the Fraser River was a full day’s journey to the Granville Townsite on the Burrard Inlet by boat or overland through forest and swamp, Sunset welcomed the advance of Westminster Avenue, now Main Street, south from Mount Pleasant in 1910.
The first immigrants from Punjab arrived in Vancouver in the 1890s. Most of them settled in the area around Main Street and 49th Avenue, and many established restaurants and businesses there. Over the years the Sunset neighbourhood has become for Vancouver’s estimated 160,000 South Asian residents a central assembly point of culture and commerce.
The number of Punjabi speakers increased steadily for decades. It is now the most common language in Sunset. More than one in four, 26 per cent of the Sunset population, in 2006 spoke Punjabi as their first language compared to less than three per cent of the general city population, 21 percent spoke Chinese, and 24 percent English. Businesses, restaurants, and services catering to these communities proliferated along Fraser and Main streets; prominent among them was the Punjabi Market.
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The Punjabi Market
The Punjabi Market is a commercial district and ethnic enclave in a roughly six-block section around Main Street and 49th Avenue. Vancouver is home to more than 200,000 people of Indian and Pakistani descent, nowhere more vibrant than at the Punjabi Market, a world of glittering bangles, flowing saris, and rich curry aromas. The neighbourhood gives visitors a glimpse of South Asian culture on Canada’s Pacific Coast. Shops sell fine silk saris in a rainbow of bright colors and elaborate gowns with thousands of tiny inlaid gems. Bhangra music from Bollywood films pumps out of storefronts. Fine jewelers offer exquisite gold rings, bracelets, and necklaces. In April, the Punjabi Market celebrates Vaisakhi Day, the Sikh New Year, with a colorful parade through the streets attracting thousands of spectators.
Vancouver’s Punjabi Market has been a city fixture for decades, but the 2013 municipal Assessment Roll Report finds the area in financial trouble: “Values here are down about 15 percent as the regional [Indo-Canadian] retail hub continues to shift towards Surrey.” Even Tourism Vancouver says the Punjabi Market is struggling. Once famous for many jewelry stores, the Punjabi Market now displays lots of empty space for lease. Elsewhere across the city, retail property value assessments rise but decline here as businesses relocate to Surrey.
The Punjabi Market Association says the district needs some help from the city, province, and federal governments if it’s going to survive. The Surrey Board of Trade says its city offers lower rents and taxes than does Vancouver.
New Sunset Live MLS Listings
Sunset, Vancouver, BC
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43 W 49TH Avenue in Vancouver: Oakridge VW House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2529809
43 W 49TH Avenue Vancouver V5Y 2Z4 
$7,600,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2529809
- Bedrooms:
- 8
- Bathrooms:
- 3
- Floor Area:
- 3,989 sq. ft.
!!INVESTOR ALERT!! Large 49.52'x146.86' (7273 SF) lot located directly across from Langara College, walking distance to Canada Line Station. Langara Golf Course & Oakridge Mall. Offered for sale in conjunction with 35 W49th avenue to provide a large 12,182 SF site. The subject site is permitted to build mixed-use building (up to 4 stories / up to 2.5 FSR) as proposed in Cambie Corridor Phase 3. Wonderful family home, just under 4000 SF. Beautifully renovated with lots of original charm. Gorgeous kitchen - light filled & spacious featuring stainless steel appliances & granite countertops. Total 8 bedrooms including a completely renovated 2 bedroom suite with high ceilings, 4 bedrooms upstairs, covered deck facing north with spectacular mountain views. More detailsListed by LeHomes Realty Premier
- Aedis Realty
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35 W 49TH Avenue in Vancouver: Oakridge VW House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2530383
35 W 49TH Avenue Vancouver V5Y 2Z4
$5,400,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2530383
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 2,432 sq. ft.
!!!Investor Alert!!! Great deep lot located directly across from Langara College, walking distance to Canada Line Station, Langara Golf Course & Oakridge Mall. Offered for sale in conjunction with 43 W49th avenue to provide a large 12,182 SF site. The subject site is permitted to build mixed-use building (up to 4 stories / up to 2.5 FSR) as proposed in Cambie Corridor Phase 3. Property to be sold "AS IS, WHERE IS". More detailsListed by LeHomes Realty Premier - Aedis Realty
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189 W 61ST Avenue in Vancouver: Marpole House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2559367
189 W 61ST Avenue Vancouver V5X 2B1
$4,480,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2559367
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 7
- Floor Area:
- 3,779 sq. ft.
Spacious and luxury custom built home in most desirable Marpole. Bright open floor plan design. S facing, wide open corner lot brings in plenty sunlights. Elegant interior design and exquisite finishes. Radiant heat, A/C, HRV makes all the comforts for living. Main floor with 10' high ceiling. European kitchen with custom cabinet, JENNAIR stainless steel appliance, grande island with double door wine cellar, wok kitchen, a chef's wonderland. Upstairs 4 bedrooms with ensuites. Basement features 1 bedroom legal suite with separate entrance. Media and a grande recreation room with wet bar satisfy all entertainments for any season. Most convenient location, close to skytrain, bus, T&T, superstore, cinema, bank, restaurants, Langara golf course, Langara College, Churchill High School. Must see! More detailsListed by Unilife Realty Inc. - Aedis Realty
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- 604-657-1111
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113 W 45TH Avenue in Vancouver: Oakridge VW House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2579999
113 W 45TH Avenue Vancouver V5Y 2W2
$3,580,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2579999
- Bedrooms:
- 6
- Bathrooms:
- 5
- Floor Area:
- 3,387 sq. ft.
Rare opportunity to own a lovely family house in the sought-after Oakridge area. Central location in close proximity to all amenities & great schools. Original owner, 1st time on market! Gorgeous S facing house w/excellent craftsmanship. Features include rare 4-car armed garage, beautiful maple hardwood fl, granite entrance & hallway w/matching countertops, crystal chandelier, high ceilings w/stunning crown molding details,10 built-in display cabinets, A/C, home theatre, built-in speaker throughout house, spice kitchen, large crawl space storage, 1 bedroom mortgage helper w/separate entrance & laundry . Perfect for a large family or extended family. Must see to appreciate this masterpiece! HURRY! THIS WILL NOT LAST! Call now for appointment. Open May 15/16 2-4 pm by appointment . More detailsListed by Amex Broadway West Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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496 E 56TH Avenue in Vancouver: South Vancouver House for sale (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R2545974
496 E 56TH Avenue Vancouver V5X 1R4
$3,399,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2545974
- Bedrooms:
- 6
- Bathrooms:
- 8
- Floor Area:
- 4,545 sq. ft.
Not your typical build, this home is a TRUE CUSTOM HOME built for families who love entertaining. Check out video tour https://bit.ly/3885ZNj. From the south-facing 550+sqft "trex" composite deck w/ Napoleon gas fireplace to the HOME THEATRE featuring a GARGANTUAN 155 inch CURVED SCREEN, no expense was spared. SE CORNER lot flooded w/ natural light from large pane windows and rare 11ft ceilings. Control 4 Home automation system to control your lights, sound and security on an app. 3 beds upstairs all with individual ensuite. Other features: infrared sauna, steam shower, air conditioning, wok kitchen, calcutta quartz counters. One bedroom mortgage helper, 2 bed/2 bath laneway, 1 car garage. Private showings only for buyers who appreciate quality and detail. More detailsListed by Oakwyn Realty Ltd. - Aedis Realty
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66 W 41ST Avenue in Vancouver: Oakridge VW House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2578363
66 W 41ST Avenue Vancouver V5Y 2R9
$3,300,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2578363
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 4
- Floor Area:
- 2,554 sq. ft.
Perched high above is this well maintained one owner home. Move in an enjoy now and cash in later with the LAND ASSEMBLY POTENTIAL. Located in the prime Cambie Corridor Plan which allows for residential uses up to four stories, with an anticipated density range of up to 1.75 FSR. Close to Oakridge Mall, Queen Elizabeth park, transit and the Canada Line. Just steps away from all the areas finest attributes and top schools. More detailsListed by Stilhavn Real Estate Services - Aedis Realty
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67 W 62ND Avenue in Vancouver: Marpole House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2569416
67 W 62ND Avenue Vancouver V5X 2C9
$3,288,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2569416
- Bedrooms:
- 9
- Bathrooms:
- 8
- Floor Area:
- 3,578 sq. ft.
Beautiful custom-built home sitting on the higher side of street with view. Open layout main floor with high ceiling. Glass enclosed kitchen to prevent smell. Upper floor has 3 ensuite bedrooms. Basement has 4 bedroom suite rented $3010 (potential two bedroom suite plus one bedroom suite). Laneway house has 2 bedroom and 2 bathrooms rented $1800. Miele appliances, A/C, built in speakers, lawn sprinkler. Walking distance to Langara College and golf course. School catchment: Sexsmith Elementary & Churchill Secondary. Very convenient location: Marine Gateway skytrain station, shops & restaurants, movie theatre, banks, Superstore, T&T. More detailsListed by Team 3000 Realty Ltd. - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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116 W 41ST Avenue in Vancouver: Oakridge VW House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2558486
116 W 41ST Avenue Vancouver V5Y 2S1
$3,200,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2558486
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 2,227 sq. ft.
Location location location! Located on West 41st within the Cambie Corridor redevelopment plan!. The current house sits on a 33x 128.75 (4248.75) lot with over 2200 sqft of spacious living area. Total of 5 bedrooms and 2 bathroom. Roof replaced in 2019. Central location within 10 mins walking distance to Oakridge Centre, Canada line, Queen Elizabeth Park, Golf Course. Just steps to Sir William Van Horne Elementary School and close to Eric Hamber Secondary. Great Investment/ land assembly opportunity! Call for more information More detailsListed by Royal Pacific Realty Corp. - Aedis Realty
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- 604-657-1111
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181 W 41ST Avenue in Vancouver: Cambie House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2471304
181 W 41ST Avenue Vancouver V5Y 2S2
$3,000,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2471304
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 4
- Floor Area:
- 1,932 sq. ft.
Developer Alert!! Selling together with 193,187,181,173 W 41ST Ave. !! Excellent investment property in the Prime Oakridge area. Developers and Investors Alert.This property is located within the Cambie Corridor plan. Potential land assembly with F.S.R up to 1.75 for strata selling condo/Rental Apartment. Only 4 blocks from the Canada Line skytrain & Oakridge MallClose to Q.E. Park and easy access to Downtown. More detailsListed by RE/MAX Crest Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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173 W 41ST Avenue in Vancouver: Cambie House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2471295
173 W 41ST Avenue Vancouver V5Y 2S2
$3,000,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2471295
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 1,760 sq. ft.
Developer Alert!! Selling together with 193,187,181,173 W 41ST Ave. !! Excellent investment property in the Prime Oakridge area. Developers and Investors Alert.This property is located within the Cambie Corridor plan. Potential land assembly with F.S.R up to 1.75 for strata selling condo/Rental Apartment. Only 4 blocks from the Canada Line skytrain & Oakridge MallClose to Q.E. Park and easy access to Downtown. More detailsListed by RE/MAX Crest Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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